Tips for Teens: The Truth About Opioids

Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Subject Area

Health Education

Grade(s)

7, 10

Overview

This fact sheet for teens provides facts about opioids. It describes short- and long-term effects and lists signs of opioid use. The fact sheet helps to dispel common myths about opioids. This is a free download and could be displayed in the classroom or used for class discussion. 

Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 7

HE19.7.2.5

Discuss how risky choices influence the likelihood of unhealthy behaviors, including tobacco use increasing the risk of using other drugs and peer pressure to consume alcohol.
Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 10 - Health Education

HE19.HE.2.1

Analyze the influence of external factors on health beliefs and behaviors.

CR Resource Type

Informational Material

Resource Provider

Other

License Type

BY-NC-ND

Resource Provider other

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
https://store.samhsa.gov/product/Tips-for-Teens-The-Truth-About-Opioids/PEP19-08

Approved Date

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